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Canary Islands raises film rebate to 40% and incentive cap to EUR5.4 million
The Spanish Government has decided to invest in the cinematic potential of the Canary Islands by increasing the 35% tax rebate, available to foreign productions, to 40%. The overall cap on the amount that can be claimed via the rebate…
How productions can navigate Chile’s early winter
Winter can arrive early in Chile, as evidenced by the country’s recent change in climate, which can catch some productions off guard. Chilean locations can become entirely different under snowfall and so it’s worth knowing which parts of the country…
Michael Bay brings the Transformers series to Namibia, the UK and Arizona in The Last Knight
The fifth instalment in Michael Bay’s highly successful Transformers series was shot in locations throughout Namibia, parts of the UK and in Phoenix, Arizona. On an estimated budget of USD217 million, principal photography lasted for almost eight months, spanning May…
On location in Atlanta with Location Manager Douglas Dresser
Known for his work on such projects as Ghost in the Shell and The Revenant, Location Manager Douglas Dresser is soon to make waves again with his latest project, Baby Driver. Directed by Edgar Wright, the film about a young…
Cannes Lions 2017: 4Creative and Blink Productions win Film Grand Prix with We’re The Superhumans
Channel 4’s inspiring Paralympics campaign, We’re The Superhumans, came away from the Cannes Lions Festival with the highly coveted Film Grand Prix award. The spot, which features various paralympians competing in a number of sport activities, has had a successful…
Cannes Lions 2017: Transparency in advertising dominates debate at the 12th annual World Producers Summit
Hosted by AICP, APA and CFP-E, the World Producers Summit marked its 12th year of operation on Wednesday, taking over the Vegaluna Beach at the Cannes Lions Festival to discuss recent issues affecting the advertising industry. With over 110 producers…
Søren Peter Langkjær Bojsen strikes gold at the Young Director Award 2017
Danish Director Søren Peter Langkjær Bojsen was the biggest winner at last night’s Young Director Award, scoring both the Special Jury Prize and a Gold Screen Award for his short film, Delphi. Produced by Bacon CPH, the film depicts the…
Cannes Lions 2017: AdGreen production forum tackles sustainability in advertising
AdGreen, the independent organisation determined to improve sustainability in advertising, took to the Vegaluna beach today for a panel discussion regarding the current environmental impact of the commercial productions. Hosted by the initiative's founder, Jo Coombes, the panel consisted of Mike Day…
How to navigate the best locations in Costa Rica and Panama
I am often asked about the experience of shooting Costa Rica or Panama, so allow me to give you an insight into these two beautiful and amazing countries before you make the trip. While the two countries are relatively close…
ITV’s dramatisation of the Hatton Garden burglary to shoot in Central London
ITV have commissioned a new four-part drama entitled Hatton Garden, to be penned by the BAFTA-award winning screenwriter, Jeff Pope (Philomena). Principal photography for the project will begin this month, utilising locations throughout Central London. Produced by Imogen Cooper, Jeff…
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Filming in South Korea
Bidding Out A Project In South Korea, Looking For Local Fixer With Deep Knowledge Of Local Crew Please E-mail Chad@alwaysoutdoors.tv Or Post Below. Thank You!
Posted Nov 13, 2016 - 4 repliesLooking for host/talent for Travel Show in Singapore
Hi Everyone, I Am Searching For A Female Host/talent From Australia To Be Part Of My Travel Show In Singapore. Flights, Food And Accommodation Will…
Posted Nov 12, 2016 - 1 repliesFixers in Serbia
Hello Everyone, Firstly Thanks For Your Help Already. I Am The Production Manager Of Our Company. We Want To Shoot Nature Documentary In Serbia (novi…
Posted Nov 11, 2016 - 1 repliesFixer, services in the Balkans - Bulgaria,Serbia,Romania,Turkey,Cyprus
Hello Everyone! We, At Film Fixers Bulgaria After Two Very Succesfull Years Of Working On The Bulgarian Market With Clients As : National Geographic ,…
Posted Nov 10, 2016 - 1 repliesLooking for BIG FOREST - SOUTH HEMISPHERA
Hello I Need To Shoot An Commercial In March 2017 For A Yoghourt Brand. I Am Looking For Specific Landscapes, A Country With Vegetal And…
Posted Nov 8, 2016 - 14 repliesInterview Location near Edgeware Road station, London
Hi, I Need To Find A Nice Location For A Quick Sit-down Interview Near The Hilton Metropole At The End Of November. Ideally Something With…
Posted Nov 7, 2016 - 1 repliesDOP with Canon Mark camera is needed in London on Sunday!!!
Dop With Canon Mark Camera Is Needed In London On Sunday 6.11 For 3-4 Hours Of Shoot Time. No Prepro. Please Kindly Get In Touch…
Posted Nov 4, 2016 - 0 replies1st AD French native speaker + Polish + English
Hi, We Are Looking For 1st Ad Who Speaks French And Polish For Comercial Shooting In Poland. Please Send Me Your Cv To My E-mail:…
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We Are Looking For A Colour Grader For A Short Film. Working With Mxf 2k Files. 19 Min Film. Must Be Completed Before 14th Of…
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Brazil Production Services - BPS
Category: Production Service Companies
Country: Brazil
Covering: Brazil, USABenetone Films
Category: Production Service Companies
Country: United States of America
Covering: Thailand, Southeast Asia, USACatalunya Film Commission
Category: Film Commissions
Country: SpainA Productions
Category: Production Service Companies
Country: Spain
Covering: Spain, Canary Islands, PortugalOruga Cine
Category: Production Service Companies
Country: Argentina
Covering: Latin AmericaLemon
Category: Production Service Companies
Country: Poland
Covering: PolandBenetone Films
Category: Production Service Companies
Country: Thailand
Covering: Thailand, Southeast Asia, USA, Europe5to12 Productions
Category: Production Service Companies
Country: Czech Republic
Covering: Czech RepublicMother & Dragons
Category: Directors Representative
Country: Germany
Covering: Asia Pacific, United States, Canada, Portugal, IcelandWeSouth
Category: Production Service Companies
Country: Chile
Covering: Chile, Argentina, Uruguay, Brazil, Peru, Mexico
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Incentives (188)
Tunisia: no formal incentive in place
There are no formal incentive programmes in place at present. Significant projects will be evaluated on a case by case basis. However, the Tunisian government will assist with army personnel (extras/workers), army equipment (helicopters etc), the use of government buildings…
Taiwan: no formal incentive in place
There are no formal incentive programmes in place at present. Significant projects will be evaluated on a case by case basis. To encourage international filmmakers to film in Taiwan, films partly or completely shot in Taiwan, or 2D or 3D…
Russia: no formal incentive in place.
There are no formal incentive programmes in place at present. Significant projects will be evaluated on a case by case basis. However, a tax rebate of up to 18% is available on local production spend through a line producer or…
International Co-Production Fund
There are no formal incentive programmes in place at present. Significant projects will be evaluated on a case by case basis. However, co-production funding is available from the Polish Film Institute. At least 80% of the subsidy must be spend…
Film In Malaysia Incentive
Non-resident film companies, actors and film crews who are in Malaysia are also exempted from the payment of income tax in respect of income derived from film activities. The project must have approval from PUSPAL for filming in Malaysia.
Kenya: no formal incentive in place
There are no formal incentive programmes in place at present. Significant projects will be evaluated on a case by case basis. Removal of the current Import Duty of 25% and VAT of 16% on television Cameras, digital cameras and video…
Indonesia: no formal incentive in place
Indonesia is a tax-free haven for foreign artists. Although there are no tax rebates or incentives in place, most budgets can be undercut by 10-20% because of the lower costs in Indonesia.
Cyprus: no formal incentive in place.
However, the company tax in Cyprus is 10%, one of the lowest in Europe. Most of the locations in Cyprus are free or require only a small donation.
China SAR Hong Kong: no formal incentive in place
However, Hong Kong maintains a low, simple and predictable tax regime. Only income and profits derived from Hong Kong are subject to tax. Expatriate employees visiting the territories for less than 61 days in a tax year are not liable…
Belize: no formal incentive in place
However, if you send a recce or scout crew of up to three people to Belize, decide to shoot your picture there, and will be spending at least US$2 million, then the Government will refund the cost of the recce…